Hanoi & Halong Bay - 5 days

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Hanoi & Halong Bay - 5 days

5 Days Starting in Hanoi and ending in Depart Hanoi

Visiting: Hanoi, Hanoi City Tour, Halong Bay, Tai Chi and Caves, Depart Hanoi

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Tour code:

2379/HHB

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 24

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

18yrs or 16yrs accompanied by an adult

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Small Group

Interests:

Cultural

From: $695 $662 Travel Club discount: -$33

NB: Prices correct on 21-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

PRIVATE TOUR: See northern Vietnam's most captivating destinations with a 5 day break that covers the best of Hanoi from the Old Quarter to Ba Dinh Square with a night spent on a traditional junk boat cruising around Halong Bay.

Highlights

Hanoi - Explore Vietnam's charming capital with French colonial glamour and Asian spirit
Ba Dinh Square - Visit the home of Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the One Pillar Pagoda
Museum of Ethnology - Walk around the fascinating displays of Vietnam's colourful ethnic groups
Old Quarter - Wander around the atmospheric narrow streets with traditional shop fronts and busy cafes
Halong Bay - Marvel at this UNESCO Listed region with thousands of stunning limestone peaks and islets
Junk boat cruising - Spend a night on board with time to relax on the sundeck

Places You'll See

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Day 1: Hanoi

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Location: Hanoi

Welcome to Hanoi, one of southeast Asia's most charismatic cities with just the right amount of colonial charm and modern commotion with mopeds zipping along narrow streets lined with traditional houses and shopfronts. On your arrival at Hanoi's international airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check in (available from 2pm onwards). The remainder of the day is at leisure so you may wish to head out and explore Hoan Kiem Lake.

Day 2: Hanoi City Tour

Location: Hanoi City Tour

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today's sightseeing tour takes in the best of Hanoi, kicking off with Ba Dinh Square where the squat granite mausoleum of Vietnam's most famous leader - Ho Chi Minh - is laid to rest. Close by is the attractive and well-preserved stilted house where Ho once lived, now surrounded by well-tended gardens. Next up on the itinerary is the historic Buddhist temple known as the One Pillar Pagoda.

Touring continues with the Temple of Literature, the first university to have been built in Vietnam back in the 11th century. The complex features pagodas, courtyards, ponds and ancient trees making it a lovely spot for a little wander. Get to know Vietnam's colourful ethnic groups at the absorbing Museum of Ethnology. A highlight of your visit is sure to be the full-scale village houses arranged in the garden of the grounds.

Later this evening discover Hanoi's historic heart and soul as you head out on a walking tour of the Old Quarter where you can sample some of the city's tastiest snacks and street food from noodles to pancakes. The final stop of the day is the lively 'international corner' where locals and visitors alike gather to enjoy a cold beverage watching city scenes play out in front of them.

Day 3: Halong Bay

Location: Halong Bay

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

This morning depart Hanoi and transfer to Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the jewel in Vietnam's scenic crown. Board a traditional junk boat for a cruise among the karst islands, carpeted with vegetation and rising dramatically from the vivid green waters of the bay. During your cruise you'll pass striking rock formations and sample a delicious lunch of freshly caught fish and seafood.

In the afternoon there will be the chance to swim in the waters, watch a cooking demonstration out on deck or simply relax on one of the loungers enjoying the incredible vistas. The day ends with a gastronomic feast with the other guests on board.

Day 4: Tai Chi And Caves

Location: Tai Chi and Caves

Meals Included: Breakfast

Start the day with a calming Tai Chi lesson, often accompanied by an amazing sunrise and the quiet breathtaking beauty of the bay’s landscape. It's the perfect way to start your day. On the way back to the harbour the boat will pass many beautiful spots, stopping for the chance to explore Surprise Cave, one of the bay's many impressive caves that have been illuminated with neon lights to reveal a magical landscape of mineral formations.

Returning back to dock you will be met and transferred back to Hanoi by car where the remainder of the evening is at leisure.

Day 5: Depart Hanoi

Location: Depart Hanoi

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today marks the end of your touring arrangements with a departure transfer to the airport in time for your onward departure flight.

What's Included

Accommodation
Superior
Breakfast daily, 1 lunch and 1 dinner
Guided sightseeing on day 2 conducted by a local English speaking specialist guide
3 nights 4 star hotel (3 and 5 star hotel options available - please enquire) and 1 night on board a traditional junk boat in Halong Bay (private en suite cabin)
Activities on days 3 and 4 on shared basis on a shared junk boat
Airport arrival transfer on day 1 and departure transfer on day 5
All relevant transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles
Entrance fees to all included sites

What's Not Included

International flights and visa
Tipping - An entirely personal gesture

Accommodation

Bhaya Classic I Junk Boat

This premier cruise boat offers 18 well appointed cabins with en suite amenities. Cabins are contemporary in design, whilst the finer touches have a distinct oriental influence. All cabins feature large windows creating a bright and airy atmosphere as well as scenic views. Facilities and services onboard include a dining room and bar, a sunbathing area on-deck, masseur and small library.

Age Policy

5yrs accompanied by an adult.

Check out our Q&As

Do you require a visa for this holiday?

International flights and visa are not included.
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Yes
What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

Superior
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

Airport arrival transfer on day 1 and departure transfer on day 5
What is the tipping policy?

Tipping - An entirely personal gesture

What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
How long has the tour company been trading?

Since 1998
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Yes

Reviews from travellers on this tour

Kathleen Ann Liszewski

Hanoi & Halong Bay - 5 days

01-Oct-2024

The tour was fantastic and our guide Belle and driver Nam were 5/5 for the whole trip. As she got to know the group she was flexible and organized some extra experiences that the group really appreciated.

Rossana Romero

Hanoi & Halong Bay - 5 days

02-Aug-2022

Hi On the go Tours I need to write to you to say that we had an amazing time in Vietnam with your tour company on 11/7/2022 Hung Do, our tour guide was absolutely brilliant. He was fun, knowledgeable and so helpful. He should be commended for his professionalism and his work I would recommend him to anyone, thanks again Regards Rossana Romero

Rheanna Gunderson

Hanoi & Halong Bay - 5 days

09-May-2024

Great tour that suited our needs and the time we had available. Loved our guides, we always felt safe and we maximized each day by not wasting time getting lost or figuring out what was the best sites to see. Highly recommend On the Go !

Sharon Summerhayes

Hanoi & Halong Bay - 5 days

24-Aug-2024

We could not have been happier with our tour guide and driver, they went above and beyond what I was expecting. And the excellent driver was there for us on the other days always prompt and helpful! Sadly I can’t say the same for the hotel, while the staff were helpful and kind and the sheets etc were very clean, but the floors needed a wash! We left the hotel to do the ha long bay cruise and returned to the same room which still had not had the floors washed. Also not sure about the position of the hotel, I felt like I was in a terrible area but maybe I just didn’t absorb the atmosphere, it was so dirty and smelly in the area around the hotel. Thankyou and I would certainly look at tours on the go again!

Kelly Koay

Hanoi & Halong Bay - 5 days

09-May-2024

The booking process was easy and the agents responded to the email inquires in a timely fashion. We had a fantastic time in Vietnam. The food was outstanding. The tour guide was knowledgeable and friendly.

Michael Jones

Hanoi & Halong Bay - 5 days

11-Nov-2024

All arrangements went smoothly until the airport transfer at the end didn't show. This was stressful and should not happen. The brochure image of the "junk" is misleading and should be updated showing the current vessel(s)

Tayla Muhvic

Hanoi & Halong Bay - 5 days

02-Oct-2024

overall I felt we paid too much for what we got. Thank your for the upgrade though on the Halong Bay Cruise.. I understand the other boats were damaged. The upgrade room was nice, although all night there was a very loud engine noise that kept me awake, so I hardly slept and then didn't go to my outing the next morning. I had to use ear plugs... We barely stayed one day.. we got on the boat at 12:20pm and got off by 10am the next day. So it was fast paced and packed with activities but it did feel like get on and get off because we have others coming . The tour guides on the boat were not personal at all There was no adjustments and acknowledgment that we all were disappointed that the bay was not as we had seen on postcard's, simply because of Typhoon but the staff and management on the boat didn't really acknowledge that at all. So I feel we missed out in beautiful Halong bay, but wouldn't want to go on that ship even though it looked beautiful I also noticed the staff on the boat didn't speak any English... so only 2 people could answer any information. regarding our personal tour guide on Saturday, Sunny... she was fantastic.. really nice and knowledgeable. We really liked being with her and loved that part the most. the drivers to the destination Halong Bay couldn't speak a word of English.. so I only has Sunny to communicate with on WhatsApp.. and she was helpful None of the drivers could speak... so I was taxing Sunny all the time for information and she responded well. The hotel we stayed in was beautiful and we are grateful for that. I appreciate the option. So overallI felt it was too much money for what we got.. so not sure why we paid so much.. I wouldn't do that again. It was basically for 4 nights and one day with a tour guide... transport, transfer and one night on Halong bay... perhaps because we had an extra room.. but knowing Vietnam pricing I felt what we paid for was too much.

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